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Monday, September 22, 2008

Spain beat defending champions the USA to reach the Davis Cup final


The world number one Rafael Nadal thrashed Andy Roddick in straight sets on Sunday to give the home side an unbeatable 3-1 lead in their semi-final clash.

The Spaniard, who has already picked up the Wimbledon, French Open and Olympic titles this year, cruised to a 6-4, 6-0, 6-4 victory in a colourful, high-spirited atmosphere in a Madrid bullring.

Spain will now play either Argentina or Russia in the final on November 21-23, with the South Americans the favorites after securing a 2-1 lead after the first two days.

Nadal even outperformed Roddick, who survived five match points, on the service game, considered the American's strong point.

Nadal now leads the 8th-ranked Roddick 4-2 in career meetings, while Spain are 4-5 against the Americans in Davis Cup ties.

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